SUMMARY

Reporting to the labour relations manager, the incumbent plays a key role in developing and implementing human resources strategies; assists managers in interpreting and applying human resources policies and programs, collective agreements and labour laws; plays a key role in labour relations, compensation and benefits, and employee engagement and recognition; and assists with recruitment and staffing.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Labour relations
•    Help review and develop human resources management strategies, programs, policies and procedures
•    Support and advise managers in the interpretation and application of human resources policies and programs, collective agreements and labour laws
•    Manage the staff performance appraisal program and related tools
•    Support managers in managing probationary periods and with the performance appraisal process to enable them to identify opportunities for staff development
•    Support the labour relations manager in interpreting and applying collective agreements, and managing grievances, complaints and disciplinary matters
•    Coordinate the offboarding process, including exit interviews

Compensation and benefits
•    Conduct market research on salaries by job category
•    Contribute to job evaluation processes, including the development of job descriptions
•    Answer staff questions about benefits and follow up with providers
•    Update and monitor personnel files (leave and departures)
•    Participate in the municipality’s benefit development initiatives
•    Represent human resources at pension committee meetings

Engagement and recognition
•    Research, analyze, recommend and implement recognition programs and initiatives tailored to employee needs and the organization’s values
•    Develop and coordinate staff events to recognize employee contributions
•    Participate in internal communications initiatives aimed at fostering engagement
•    Represent human resources on the social committee, coordinate committee activities, and track and manage the committee’s budget
•    Collaborate with various teams to incorporate engagement and recognition into all human resources processes

Recruitment and staffing
•    Help with staff recruitment and selection as required
•    Participate in job fairs and other recruitment events as required

General
•    Draft and present various documents, reports and recommendations related to human resources practices
•    Track human resources trends to innovate and refine organizational practices
•    Perform additional tasks to ensure seamless operations

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education
•    University degree in human resources, business administration or a related field
•    Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation (asset)

Experience
•    One (1) to three (3) years’ experience in human resources
•    Experience in a municipal setting (asset)
•    Experience in a unionized work environment (asset)

Knowledge
•    Excellent spoken and written French and English
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite tools
•    Knowledge of specialized human resources software
•    Good knowledge of provincial legislation, employment standards, and human resources policies and procedures

Skills and abilities
•    Ability to build trusting relationships at all levels of the organization
•    Ability to analyze, synthesize and manage priorities effectively
•    Ability to work well alone and with a team
•    Critical thinking, sound judgment and excellent listening skills
•    Customer service focus, initiative and creativity
•    Ability to adapt to change and manage multiple files and projects simultaneously
•    Commitment to continuous improvement
•    Positive attitude with respect to the interests of the municipality and the community in general
•    Physical ability to do the work assigned
•    Punctuality and regular attendance
•    Good past record of job performance
•    Respect for the City of Dieppe’s confidentiality rules and organizational values

WORK SCHEDULE
•    Thirty-five (35) hours a week

SALARY
•    Based on current salary scale
•    The incumbent also receives vacation time, benefits (paid by the employer) and a pension plan (employer/staff contribution).

CLOSING DATE     
•    The closing date to submit your application is April 10, 2025 at 23 h 59.

N.B.: The above statements reflect the main characteristics of the job in question and are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. They should not, however, be considered an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties, abilities, and inherent requirements of the position.

Note: The municipality officially declared itself a francophone city offering bilingual services in 2000 (Municipal Administration Language Policy A‐9). French is the City’s working language, and all staff must be able to speak and write in French and English.

Revised in Mars 2025 - Human Resources Department